date:Aug 21, 2013
n and dryness in the throat, to respiratory failure, flaccid paralysis (lacking muscle tone) and, in some cases, death. The onset of symptoms is generally from 12 to 36 hours after ingesting the toxin. Recovery can take several weeks to months.
It is estimated that there are approximately 4 million cases of food-related illnesses of all types in Canada every year. Many of these illnesses could be prevented by following proper food handling and preparation techniques.
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